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This expert-level guide details the step-by-step disassembly of the Ruger 10/22 rifle, as demonstrated by a Ruger firearms instructor. It emphasizes crucial safety precautions, lists the necessary tools (a 5/32 Allen key and a small punch), and walks through removing the action screw, separating the stock, and disassembling the receiver components. This procedure is essential for proper cleaning and maintenance of the popular .22 LR rifle.

This guide details the comprehensive restoration of a vintage Page-Lewis Reliance .22 LR boys rifle, dating from 1910-1915. Expert gunsmith Roy Huntington demonstrates custom part fabrication, metal restoration using cold bluing, muzzle crowning with a Manson Reamer, and stock refinishing. The process highlights techniques for bringing a heavily corroded firearm back to functional and accurate condition.

This guide details the field stripping process for the AK-50 V3 prototype, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum. It highlights the use of original AK components within a scaled-up .50 BMG platform and emphasizes the unique engineering challenges overcome. The process involves removing the dust cover, bolt carrier group, recoil spring, gas tube, trigger group, and pistol grip, showcasing the evolution from standard AK designs.

This guide details the process of creating a replica of Ted Kaczynski's infamous pipe pistol, drawing on insights from Brandon Herrera's video. It involves reverse-engineering the design from limited data, modifying a Crosman 130 air pistol for its barrel and action, and fabricating a frame from scavenged materials. The process requires advanced gunsmithing skills and a deep understanding of firearm mechanics, emphasizing the crude yet functional nature of Kaczynski's original creation. Extreme caution and adherence to safety protocols are paramount throughout the build.

This video details a project to refinish the barrel of a Mossberg 44US-D .22 LR bolt-action rifle. The presenter demonstrates how to effectively remove spray paint using bronze wool and then applies a cold bluing solution in multiple layers, interspersed with steel wool cleaning and hot water washes, to restore the barrel's finish. The process highlights techniques for DIY firearm refinishing.

This guide addresses the auto-ejecting issue in the Ross 1912 Cadet rifle, as explained by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. Auto-ejection is not a designed feature but a symptom of worn locking surfaces. If your rifle exhibits this behavior, it requires attention from a gunsmith. Proper maintenance and understanding of the rifle's mechanics are crucial for safe and reliable operation.

This guide details a high-speed Cowboy Action Shooting stage, demonstrating expert transitions between a lever-action rifle, dual single-action revolvers, and a side-by-side shotgun. It highlights efficient manual shotgun reloading techniques from a belt carrier, showcasing advanced proficiency in competitive shooting disciplines. The video emphasizes speed and accuracy across multiple firearm types.

This video provides an expert-level demonstration of the Mosin-Nagant M91/30 PU Sniper rifle. It covers visual inspection, the proper loading procedure for 7.62x54R ammunition, and live fire at an outdoor range, showcasing bolt manipulation and recoil control. The demonstration is presented in a silent, ASMR-style format by an authoritative demonstrator.

This guide details the complex process of reboring a Winchester 1885 Low Wall rifle from .32 Rimfire to .357 Magnum, addressing a pitted bore. Expert gunsmith Larry Potterfield demonstrates disassembly, barrel removal, specialized reboring at Delta Gun Shop, chambering, crowning, action conversion, and final marking/finishing. The process highlights advanced machining techniques and specialized tools required for such a conversion.

This guide details the cycle of operation for the Winchester Model 12 shotgun, as explained by Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA using a cutaway model. It covers loading, safety engagement, firing, extraction, and chambering. The explanation highlights the hammerless pump-action design and internal component interactions, offering valuable insights for gunsmithing and understanding firearm mechanics.